CMPS 002 - Computer Literacy

Prof. Paulo Franca

CyberSlug Rules!

Classes

Class Syllabus

Grading Policy

Labs

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  • get attendance
  • submit work
  • take lab quiz
  • check scores

Help

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Datacare   Ahshay

 

Computer Security and Risks

Computer Crime

  • Theft by computer
  • Piracy

Computer sabotage

  • Trojan Horses
  • Viruses
  • Worms
  • Hacking

Reducing Risks

  • Physical Access Restrictions
  • Passwords
  • Firewalls
  • Encryption
  • Audits
  • Backups

 

Recommendations

Internet:

  • Browser Settings
  • When using a public computer, erase temporary files!
  • Sensitive Information only on Secure Sites!
  • Use a different password for higher security (Bank etc.)
  • Do not share passwords!

Your computer:

  • Admin user
  • Do not share password
  • Should you use a firewall?
  • Should you encrypt your mail?
  • View extensions for all file types! DO NOT hide.JPG (51028 bytes)
  • Prefer a web mail to a mail client
  • Disregard suspicious mail even more so if they have attachments
  • Prefer Linux to Windows if possible
  • Prefer Mozilla to Explorer, if possible